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NEET Counselling in Manipur

Complete guide to 4 UG colleges & 49 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Directorate of Health Services, Government of Manipur (DHS Manipur)

Govt Only

Official Website

https://manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a permanent resident of Manipur with a valid Inner Line Permit (ILP) area domicile or Manipur Scheduled Tribe certificate. Non-tribal candidates need Manipur domicile certificate. Priority to candidates who studied Classes 10-12 in Manipur.

4

Total Colleges

525

Total Seats

20000

Lowest Fee/Year

#13316

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

government 3
private 1

By Counselling

AIQ 3
state 1

By Course

MBBS 4

Top UG Colleges in Manipur

Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)

Government MBBS

Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal

Imphal, Manipur

Cutoff Rank

#13316

₹20000/yr
Government MBBS

Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences, Porompet, Imphal Porompat

Imphal, Manipur

Cutoff Rank

#17709

₹20000/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Churachandpur

Churachandpur, Manipur

Cutoff Rank

#18841

₹20000/yr
Private MBBS

Shija Academy of Health Sciences Imphal

Imphal, Manipur

Cutoff Rank

#116769

₹500000/yr

All UG Colleges in Manipur

4 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal Imphal government MBBS #13316 ₹20000 125
Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences, Porompet, Imphal Porompat Imphal government MBBS #17709 ₹20000 150
Government Medical College, Churachandpur Churachandpur government MBBS #18841 ₹20000 100
Shija Academy of Health Sciences Imphal Imphal private MBBS #116769 ₹500000 150

NEET UG Counselling Process in Manipur

Rounds & process (3 rounds)

Directorate of Health Services, Government of Manipur (DHS Manipur) conducts 3 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Mop-Up Round

The general process involves: registration on the official portal, document verification, online choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college with original documents and fee payment.

Fees & deposits

Registration Fee

Rs 500-1,000 (General/OBC). Rs 250-500 (SC/ST). Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 10,000-30,000 (Govt). Adjusted against tuition on admission. Refundable if not allotted.

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Manipur typically begins 2-4 weeks after NEET UG results are declared. The entire process (including mop-up rounds) usually spans 2-3 months. Key deadlines include registration closing dates, document verification dates, choice-filling windows, and college reporting deadlines. Missing any deadline can cost you your seat. Always check the official DHS Manipur portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Manipur
  • Put your dream colleges first — you won't lose anything by reaching high
  • Keep safe colleges in the middle — ones where your rank is comfortably within cutoff
  • Add backup options at the end — colleges you'd accept as a last resort
  • Fill at least 10-15 choices to maximize your chances
  • Don't skip rounds — seats vacated by other candidates open up in later rounds
  • Prioritize government colleges for fees — the cost difference over 5 years is massive

Quotas & Reservation in Manipur

300

Total MBBS Seats

300

Govt Seats

Reservation Policy

ST — 31% (Hills ST) SC — 2% OBC — 17% EWS — 10% PwD — 5% horizontal Meitei/Valley General — remaining seats

Key Highlights

  • Two government medical colleges — JNIMS (Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences) Imphal and RIMS (Regional Institute of Medical Sciences) Imphal
  • RIMS is a central institution under MoHFW — its seats are filled through MCC AIQ, not state counselling
  • High ST reservation reflecting significant tribal population in hill districts
  • Inner Line Permit (ILP) area — non-residents need special permits to enter Manipur
  • Valley vs Hills distinction in seat allocation — unique to Manipur's ethnic composition
  • No private medical colleges — all MBBS seats are in government institutions
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Manipur?

Manipur has 4 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Manipur?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Manipur is #13316 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Manipur?

Manipur counselling is conducted by Directorate of Health Services, Government of Manipur (DHS Manipur) in 3 rounds. Candidates with Manipur domicile are eligible for state quota seats (85%), while 15% of government seats come under All India Quota (MCC counselling).

How many NEET PG seats are in Manipur?

Manipur has 49 PG seats across 4 colleges, covering MD, MS, DNB, and Diploma specialities. Use the PG tab above to explore all available seats.

What are the most popular PG specialities in Manipur?

The most popular PG specialities in Manipur are SPM (2 seats), RADIO DIAGNOSIS (2 seats), PSYCHIATRY (2 seats), PHYSIOLOGY (2 seats), PHARMACOLOGY (2 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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